Sugared Cranberries
Pretty, bright, and surprisingly simple, these sugared cranberries take just four ingredients and make for the most festive little bite of the season.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 212kcal
Ingredients
- ½ orange zested and juiced
- Water enough to mix with orange juice to make 1 cup liquid
- 1 cup granulated sugar plus extra for coating
- 1 cup fresh cranberries washed and picked over
Instructions
- Wash and zest the orange, then set the zest aside
- Juice the orange and add enough water to equal 1 cup liquid
- Bring the juice mixture almost to a boil over medium heat
- Add 1 cup sugar and stir until completely dissolved and no longer gritty
- Add the cranberries and soak for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat
- Line two baking sheets with foil or parchment and set a rack over one
- Use a slotted spoon to lift the cranberries from the syrup, letting the excess drain
- Spread the cranberries on the rack and let them rest until tacky, if they stick to your finger when touch one, they're ready to roll in sugar
- Place a few cranberries in a small bowl, sprinkle with sugar, cover with a lid, and shake gently to coat
- Transfer sugared cranberries to the second prepared baking sheet
- Repeat with remaining cranberries and let dry completely before serving
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Notes
- Use these as a festive garnish for cakes, drinks, or charcuterie boards
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
- For extra flavor, stir a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest into the sugar before coating
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.1mg